How many years has the United States been independent?

1776 On July 4th, the Continental Congress formally adopted the Declaration of Independence in Philadelphia. The Declaration of Independence was drafted by Thomas Jefferson, 1776 was revised by the Special Committee of the Continental Congress on July 4th, and signed by john hancock, President of the Continental Congress. At the beginning of the Declaration of Independence, it was clearly pointed out that all men are born equal and have the natural right to pursue happiness and freedom. The crimes committed by British colonialists on the American continent were thoroughly enumerated, and finally the United States of America was solemnly declared independent from Britain. The Declaration of Independence is a great document with world historical significance. The day when the Declaration of Independence was adopted has also become a festival that the American people will always commemorate, and it has been designated as the American Independence Day.

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